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Powerline Networking vs 802.11ac

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October 7, 2013 2:18:20 PM

So I am looking to finally decide upon my networking solutions. Despite my router only being 10ft away, it is in another room and would require very awkward cabling. So I am looking to more 'wireless' solutions.

The first choice, 802.11ac, would require I upgrade my router (Currently a BT Home hub 3) and add a 802.11ac solution to my PC (Most likely in the form of built into a Mobo which I am due to upgrade to).

Or to invest in Powerline adapters.

Now I know that the Mobo would cost me £50 (relatively in my eyes) and Router, well I will let you experts suggest the best option for that. I also guess that a Power Lines kit would set me back around £130?

Where do you guys weigh in on the best option? Taking into account relative costs but weighing those against the performance differences between the two.

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October 7, 2013 2:27:50 PM

My preference, in order, would be:
Cat5
WiFi
Powerline

And you don't need to change motherboards to get WiFi. A PCI-E or USB adapter will be much easier.

And being that close, surely you could come up with a creative cable option that isn't nasty looking.
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October 7, 2013 2:34:52 PM

USAFRet said:
My preference, in order, would be:
Cat5
WiFi
Powerline

And you don't need to change motherboards to get WiFi. A PCI-E or USB adapter will be much easier.

And being that close, surely you could come up with a creative cable option that isn't nasty looking.


I'm due to upgrade the Mobo anyway so paying the extra for a ASUS Maximus VI Formula over a Hero, would not be a negative if I can justify it for the 802.11ac. Router wise, is anything suggested? I know the Home Hub 5 is due out later this year.

Cabling wise, it is difficult due to a door way that leads to wooden flooring and old doors with little/no gaps. Being that I am only temporarily renting, I need something I can take with my no matter what my future set up is like so I think WiFi may be the best option.
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October 7, 2013 2:44:09 PM

Wifi would probably be a good option for you. I would suggest downloading an application called "wi-fi Analytics" assumiing you have andriod phone (thought they may have an apple app). handy application let you see what channels are in use around you so you can select a different one for your network.

I actually had to use powerline and wifi at my place I don't know what I have in my walls but the Wifi that's in my bed room will not reach my living room TV which is only like 15-20 away. I also have Reciever with an eithernet port (I didnt buy/have the wireless adaptor) so I just ran a powerline from my room then had the adaptor behind the TV connected to a little 5 port hub and connected my, Xbox,TV,blue ray and reciever and it works well.
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